Based in the Integration Management Office (IMO) in the Curriculum Domain and Student Experience & Administration Domain in the Adelaide CBDTwo (2) full-time fixed term contracts until 31 December 2025About the roleThe Senior Project Officers play a pivotal role in planning, coordinating, and delivering projects to support the creation of the new Adelaide University.
It is essential that you establish and maintain productive relationships leveraging stakeholder strengths to achieve shared program goals.Senior Project Officer: Course Development in the Curriculum DomainThe Curriculum Domain aims to develop a modern, attainment-based curriculum for Adelaide University, supported by advanced digital tools to deliver a flexible, consistent, and enhanced learning experience for all students.As the Senior Project Officer you will manage a portfolio of disciplines and work closely with senior academic staff to successfully support the development and implementation of new programs and courses at Adelaide University.
Each Senior Project Officer also manages and leads a small team of Project Officers, providing guidance and support in course development and escalating concerns to the relevant Academic Transition Panel.
As a lead for course development, this role involves coordinating project deliverables, liaising with senior stakeholders, data management, coordinating resources, risks and reporting.Senior Project Officer in the SEA DomainThe Student Experience & Administration (SEA) Domain is responsible for ensuring that Adelaide University is equipped with a full range of student services, from enrolment and orientation to student support services and library functions, to completions and graduations.You will assist the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Student Experience and Success and the Project Lead in coordinating program deliverables and delivering on Domain activities.
Working collaboratively with senior IMO staff and other Domains, you will maintain comprehensive oversight of program activities and administration, with a focus on staff change and communication initiatives.
This includes developing and managing staff newsletters, organising and delivering online town halls, and overseeing communication channels, with the assistance of the Communications team.You will be asked to nominate the position you are applying for when submitting your application.Additional responsibilitiesDevelop and define project scopes, manage timelines, milestones, and deliverables.Prepare detailed reports, progress updates, and presentations.Monitor and review project deliverables for scope, time, and budget compliance.Analyse and communicate program benefits to drive continuous improvement.Support working groups and stakeholder meetings, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-ups.Ensure adherence to IMO project methodologies and templates.Build strong relationships with university staff and external stakeholders.Essential Skills and ExperienceTertiary qualifications in a related field or equivalent experience in a complex environment.Proven project management skills, coordinating large-scale complex projects within scope, timeframes, quality and budgets.Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesise and reconcile broad and detailed information.Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and experience facilitating discussions and workshops.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.High-level organisational skills, initiative, and ability to manage competing priorities.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.Why Join Us?This is a unique chance to be part of a historic project, helping to shape the future of Adelaide University and gain career-defining experience.
In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits.
These include salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.
If you're ready to make a lasting impact on the future of higher education in Australia, apply now to join our team.Apply now!Applicants are required to upload a cover letter and resume only.Please address your cover letter to Hinnd Ahmadie, Recruitment Partner: IMO.
For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact University of Adelaide HR IMO Team ****** using job reference number 515666.Applications close: 11:30pm Monday 20 January 2025.The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
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